In this episode of Fit & Sanity, Taylor, Jordan, and special guest Sheri dig into a real conversation about identity, purpose, and what it means to know yourself beyond your job title. So many people get caught up in what they do for a living that they forget who they really are underneath the roles, the pressure, and the expectations.

Sheri shares her weight loss transformation, her journey as a trainer, and how fitness helped her reconnect with herself on a deeper level. The conversation explores self-worth, personal growth, discipline, healing, and the difference between chasing success and actually feeling fulfilled.

This is a finding-you episode for anybody who has ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or defined by work more than by purpose.

Topics include: identity, self-worth, fitness transformation, purpose, mental health, growth, discipline, healing, and finding yourself

Everyone has a moment in life where they look back and think, “If I could go back, I’d do things differently.” But what if those lessons are exactly what you needed to move forward?

In Episode 19 of Fit & Sanity, Tay the Great, Jordan, and Feraud explore the idea of second chances, personal growth, and what it really means to chase your dreams after falling short the first time.

The conversation dives into the psychology of regret, why many goals take multiple attempts, and how reflection can either hold you back or push you forward depending on how you use it. Instead of dwelling on past mistakes, this episode focuses on learning from them and using those experiences to grow stronger mentally and emotionally.

Throughout the discussion, the hosts share perspectives on failure, resilience, and how pursuing your goals again doesn’t mean starting over — it means starting smarter.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The psychology behind “what if” thinking • Why many dreams require more than one attempt • The difference between reflection and rumination • How failure can build resilience and confidence • Protecting your mental health while chasing big goals • Turning regret into motivation for growth

Success rarely comes from getting everything right the first time. More often, it comes from learning, adjusting, and trying again.

Sometimes the second attempt is the one that changes everything.

Most people think success happens on the first attempt. In reality, many of the biggest dreams take multiple tries, failures, adjustments, and lessons before they finally come together.

In Episode 18 of Fit & Sanity, hosts Tay the Great and Jordan, joined by Feraud, talk about the reality of chasing dreams after setbacks. The conversation explores the mental side of failure, the psychology of regret, and how reflection can actually push people toward growth instead of keeping them stuck.

This episode dives into the idea of “what if I could go back,” and how learning from past mistakes can help you move forward smarter instead of giving up completely.

Throughout the discussion, Tay, Jordan, and Feraud share personal perspectives on persistence, mindset, and how to pursue goals without sacrificing mental health or losing balance in life.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Why many dreams take more than one attempt • The psychology behind regret and “what if” thinking • The difference between reflection and rumination • How failure can build resilience and growth • Why systems matter more than motivation • Protecting your mental health while chasing big goals

Success rarely comes from getting everything right the first time. Most of the time, it comes from learning how to adjust and try again.

Sometimes the second attempt is the one that changes everything.

We all started somewhere… and most of us started with some wild beliefs.

In Episode 17 of Fit & Sanity, Tay the Great and Jordan keep things light, honest, and a little embarrassing as they break down common gym myths, fitness misconceptions, and life lies they used to believe.

From “sweat equals fat loss” to “I’ll be happy when…”, this episode dives into the funny, relatable, and sometimes ridiculous ideas that shape our fitness journeys and personal growth. The conversation blends humor with real insight about consistency, mindset, body image, and unlearning toxic beliefs.

In this episode, you’ll hear about: • Common fitness myths debunked • Why soreness doesn’t equal muscle growth • The truth about motivation vs discipline • Social media fitness misconceptions • Life expectations vs reality • Why unlearning is part of growth

Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or years into it, this episode reminds you that growth often begins with realizing you were wrong — and being okay with it.

Half of leveling up is unlearning what doesn’t serve you anymore.

Instagram: @taydgreat TaylorMade Fitness: @taylormadefitnesstraining Podcast IG & TikTok: @fitandsanitypodcast

Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who still thinks sweat equals fat loss 😅

Stay fit. Stay focused. Stay sane.

Life doesn’t slow down when you start chasing your goals. In fact, sometimes it feels like the pressure increases the moment you decide to level up.

In Episode 16 of Fit & Sanity, hosts Tay the Great and Jordan dive deep into the mental and physical effects of pressure — and how to respond when life feels heavy instead of folding under it.

This episode explores what stress actually does to your brain and body, how unmanaged pressure leads to burnout, and how to apply intentional pressure in a healthy way to grow stronger. Tay and Jordan break down the difference between survival mode and growth mode, and share practical strategies for staying consistent when life throws unexpected challenges your way.

You’ll hear about: • What pressure does to the brain and nervous system • The difference between productive stress and overwhelming stress • How fitness can regulate cortisol and improve emotional control • Why growth often feels uncomfortable before it feels rewarding • How to apply structure instead of chaos when life gets heavy • Systems that build resilience under pressure

If you’ve ever felt like life hits harder the moment you start improving — this conversation is for you.

Pressure is inevitable. Burnout is not.

🔗 Connect with Us:

🎙️ Host – Tay the Great Instagram: @taydgreat Fitness Brand: @taylormadefitnesstraining

🎧 Podcast: Instagram: @fitandsanitypodcast TikTok: @fitandsanitypodcast

Subscribe, share, and leave a review if this episode resonates with you.

Stay fit. Stay focused. Stay sane.

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Fit & Sanity continues the discussion on how past experiences shape our present — and more importantly, how we begin to heal.

Hosts Tay the Great and Jordan, joined by Bernard, move beyond awareness and dive into real solutions. If Part 1 explored how trauma and stress live in the body, Part 2 focuses on how to regulate your nervous system, rebuild emotional control, and use fitness as a tool for healing rather than punishment.

This episode breaks down the mental and physical effects of long-term stress, how survival patterns show up in adult behavior, and why recovery is just as important as discipline. The conversation stays honest and grounded, offering practical strategies listeners can apply immediately.

In this episode, you’ll hear about: • How trauma and stress affect the nervous system long-term • The difference between survival mode and growth mode • Why movement and exercise help regulate emotional responses • Practical tools for managing pressure and preventing burnout • How to rebuild trust with your body • Why healing requires both structure and self-compassion

This is the second half of a two-part series focused on understanding how the body responds to stress — and how we can retrain it.

Awareness explains the past. Action changes the future.

In Part 1 of Episode 14 of Fit & Sanity, hosts Tay the Great and Jordan, joined by Bernard, begin a deeper conversation about how past experiences — including childhood trauma, bullying, and emotional stress — can continue to affect the body, mind, and behavior well into adulthood.

Drawing inspiration from research shared in The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, this episode explores how trauma isn’t just something we remember — it’s something the body holds onto through the nervous system, stress responses, and learned survival patterns.

This episode breaks down how early experiences can influence adult health, emotional regulation, relationships, and self-perception, even when we believe we’ve “moved on.” The conversation stays honest, grounded, and practical — focused on awareness, not blame.

In this episode, you’ll hear about: • What it really means when we say “the body keeps the score” • How childhood experiences shape adult behavior and stress responses • The long-term impact of bullying, neglect, and emotional trauma • Why trauma can show up as anxiety, burnout, or self-sabotage • How awareness is the first step toward healing

This is the first half of a two-part conversation designed to help listeners better understand themselves, their patterns, and the unseen influences shaping their lives.

Healing starts with awareness — and this episode is the beginning of that process.

What does it really mean to have the heart of a champion?

In Episode 13 of Fit & Sanity, hosts Tay the Great and Jordan have a powerful conversation about resilience, discipline, and sustainable success.

This episode dives into the mindset required to keep going after rejection, setbacks, and self-doubt, while still protecting your mental health, relationships, and sense of self. Using real-life examples — including the story of Fernando Mendoza being turned down as a walk-on and later beating Miami in a championship — the crew breaks down what separates those who quit from those who endure.

Together, they explore what “doing whatever it takes” should actually look like, why burnout is not a badge of honor, and how fitness can be used as a tool to build mental toughness, emotional control, and long-term consistency.

In this episode, you’ll hear about: • What the heart of a champion really means beyond talent • How to respond to rejection without letting it define you • Why discipline matters more than motivation • The balance between ambition, family, and mental health • How fitness builds resilience that carries into life • Playing the long game without losing yourself • Excuse of the Week: “I don’t have what it takes” — and why that belief isn’t true

This episode is for anyone chasing big goals who refuses to quit — but also refuses to sacrifice their sanity to succeed.

Winning is important — but winning without losing yourself is the real championship.